How many syllables in “phosphorolysis”?
syllables in "phosphorolysis"
Word details
Syllables
5
phos · pho · ro · ly · sis
Letters
14
p · h · o · s · p · h · o · r · o · l · y · s · i · s
Scrabble
27
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About the word “phosphorolysis”
The word “phosphorolysis” contains 5 syllables, divided as phos · pho · ro · ly · sis. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "phosphorolysis" have?
"phosphorolysis" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "phosphorolysis" into syllables?
"phosphorolysis" is divided into syllables as: phos · pho · ro · ly · sis.
What is the Scrabble score for "phosphorolysis"?
The Scrabble score for "phosphorolysis" is 27 points.
Using “phosphorolysis” in writing
"phosphorolysis" (phos · pho · ro · ly · sis) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “phosphorolysis” is worth 27 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.